Christopher Matthews
Jet Engine Mechanic
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Jet Engine Mechanic with 10 years of experience working on GE-F110 engine aircrafts. Excellent troubleshooting, diagnostic and inspection skills. Trained in TCMax, GPC ordering, extra programs and borescope inspection. Skilled at reading and interpreting technical documentation, complying with orders and maintaining quality control procedures with all jet engine builds, repairs and maintenance actions. Highly organized, detail-oriented and resourceful with extensive experience working on GE-F110 engines. Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Jet Engine Mechanic AGR
140 WG, Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
06.2019 - Current
- Inspected and repaired engine parts, mechanical components and hydraulic systems.
- Built and repaired engines for GE-F110, GE-129 and F-16 fighter aircraft.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic tests to complete random quality checks and to troubleshoot engine bit balls.
- Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS and FERMS.
- Subject matter expert in programs, such as tool room, equipment, training, and procurement of tools.
- Used dry ice and ovens to install bearings and seals.
- Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
Jet Engine Mechanic Technician
Colorado Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
04.2013 - 06.2019
- Troubleshooting aircraft and engines to diagnosis problems and make any repairs necessary.
- Run extra duty programs such as tool room, bench stock and AGE equipment.
- Help develop drill status employees during drill weekends by training and mentoring them.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
- Rebuilt engines and functional components in accordance with maintenance manual, tech data and Air Force policies and procedures.
Drills-men Jet Engine Mechanic
Propulsion Element, Colorado Air National Guard
Aurora, CO
04.2011 - 06.2019
- Documented maintenance actions with integrated data system.
- Used dry ice and ovens to install bearings and seals.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
Operations Manager
Ideal Moving And Storage
Denver, CO
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.
- Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.
- Helped build and review master service agreements for work eligibility.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
- Partnered with vendors and suppliers to effectively manage and budget.
Admissions and Recruitment Manager
Ashford University
Denver, CO
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Built and strengthened successful relationships with external recruiters and agencies.
- Set and conveyed recruitment goals to downstream staff.
- Performed full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, interviewing, negotiations, and hiring.
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications and characteristics of top candidates.
- Developed marketing strategies to generate leads.
- Reduced process gaps while supervising employees to achieve optimal productivity.
- Managed 30 employees to reduce workflow stoppage and achieve more student admissions
Specialist
Charles Schwab Inc, Pinnacle Team
Centennial, CO
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Applied advanced skills in stock analyzation to generate money leads for company.
- Listened and responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors.
- Drove sales through sampling initiatives, suggestive selling and communication of promotional items and specials.
- Maintained current understanding of stock market conditions, compliance standards and best practices.
- Promoted new investing programs to amplify sales.
- Achieved top 5% brokers and joined Chairman's Club for 2008.
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements.
- Provided personalized customer service by greeting each customer, assisting with purchases, suggestively selling and making sure all brokerage products are available.
Education
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Colorado State University Global
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Metropolitan University of Denver
01.2001 - 01.2005
Skills
Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes
Timeline
Jet Engine Mechanic AGR
140 WG, Air National Guard
06.2019 - Current
Operations Manager
Ideal Moving And Storage
01.2015 - 01.2017
Jet Engine Mechanic Technician
Colorado Air National Guard
04.2013 - 06.2019
Master of Science - Organizational Leadership
Colorado State University Global
01.2013 - 01.2015
Drills-men Jet Engine Mechanic
Propulsion Element, Colorado Air National Guard
04.2011 - 06.2019
Admissions and Recruitment Manager
Ashford University
01.2009 - 01.2013
Specialist
Charles Schwab Inc, Pinnacle Team
01.2005 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Metropolitan University of Denver
01.2001 - 01.2005
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